Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 3: How to Get Rid of Mold in Soil
• Method 2 of 3: How to remove mold from plants
• Method 3 of 3: How to Prevent Later Molds
• What do you need
• Tips

Indoor plants are great for cleaning the air in your home. Unfortunately, they sometimes get moldy, causing the plants to do more harm than good. Mold appears for a variety of reasons, including improper care, watering, and lack of sunlight. Mold in the soil or on the leaves is harmful to the plants themselves and to your family members. Fortunately, there are ways to get rid of it.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: How to Get Rid of Mold in Soil

1. 1 Remove all mold. Mold found on the surface of the soil, most likely, did not penetrate deeply. You can easily remove it with a spoon. Visible mold in the soil is similar to saprophytes and is harmless to your family. However, if you do not remove it, it can lead to root rot.
   • Transplant the plant if you find a large amount of mold in the soil that has penetrated the walls of the pot. When doing this, use high quality primer.
2. 2 Let the soil dry. After transplanting the plant into new soil, let it dry well before watering. If your plant needs moist soil, then you should wait until the top layer is dry. If not, wait until the soil dries to a depth of 5–7.5 cm. Between watering, it is imperative to let the soil dry out.
3. 3 Add a natural antifungal agent to the soil. Mold spores creep through the soil and it can reappear if you don't take action. Sprinkle cinnamon, baking soda, or apple cider vinegar on top of the soil as an antifungal agent. They act as a natural remedy that keeps mildew in check and does not harm the plants. SPECIALIST'S ADVICE

   

   Chai saechao

   
   
   Plant Specialist Sachao Tea is the founder and owner of Plant Therapy, which was founded in 2018, in San Francisco, California. He calls himself a plant doctor, believes in the healing power of plants and hopes to continue to share his love for them with those who are willing to listen and learn.

   Chai saechao
   Plant specialist

   Try using neem oil to prevent mold from reoccurring. Sachao Tea, founder and owner of Plant Therapy, says: “Mold on indoor plants usually occurs from overflow when the soil is constantly too wet. Remove mold from the soil, then let it dry. When dry, add a little neem oil, which will act as a pesticide. Otherwise, the mold may reappear. "

4. 4 Keep the soil clean. Remove dried leaves and decaying plant parts. They can lead to the appearance of fungus. Trim your plants as needed.

Method 2 of 3: How to remove mold from plants

1. 1 Recognize mold. Before removing the mold, you need to find out if it is in the active phase. Hibernating mold is light in color and resembles flour in consistency. Active mold looks loose and fluffy.
2. 2 Take the plant outside. If mold is found, the plant must be immediately taken outside. This will help prevent the spread of mold if it is active. Find a location away from trees and other garden plants, as you put them at risk if you clean your pet from mold next to them.
3. 3 Dampen a paper towel. Dampen a paper towel and wipe the mold off the leaves. Change the paper towel after each leaf. Take a new towel each time the old one is no longer touched by mold. Otherwise, you will only spread the mold over non-infected areas of the plant. This way you can get rid of inactive mold.
4. 4 Cut off affected leaves. Detection of mold residues after wiping the leaves with a towel indicates its activity. Affected leaves should be cut off near the stem with a knife. Then throw them away.
5. 5 Spray the plant and return it to the house. After getting rid of mold, you need to spray the plant with a fungicide purchased from a flower shop to prevent its reoccurrence. Spray the plant outdoors and bring it back into the house. Place the plant in a well-lit area. Keep an eye on it to check for mold reoccurrence. If this does happen, just repeat the steps above.
   • Keep the plant at around 21 ° C.
   • Dry the soil more than usual.
   • Provide good air circulation to the plant.

Method 3 of 3: How to Prevent Later Molds

1. 1 Use good soil. A clean soil will help prevent mold growth. When a new plant appears in your home, you need to remove all soil particles from it, as there may be mold in it. Carefully clean the old soil from the plant and transplant it into a new one.
2. 2 Provide a suitable habitat for your plant. Provide plenty of light and air. A lot of light is a great way to control mold growth on your houseplants. Make sure the plant is getting plenty of it. Good air circulation will help prevent mold growth. Just use a low speed cycling fan.
3. 3 Water the plant as needed. Excessive watering leads to mold growth. Ensure that the surface soil is sufficiently dry before watering. Sometimes the soil dries longer than usual. It is best to use your finger to test the soil rather than sticking to a watering schedule.
4. 4 Keep the plant clean. Remove dried leaves and debris from the soil. They contribute to soil and plant problems. Prune dead foxes regularly. In addition, the leaves themselves should be peeled. Wipe them down daily to remove dust and dirt.

What do you need

• Paper towels
• Water
• Cinnamon
• Antifungal spray
• Fresh, sterile primer
• Spray fungicide

Tips

• Wearing a dust mask when working with mold will help prevent the risk of inhaling mold or fungicides.